I just purchased a Cara Model #73 King Size Heating Pad for my sore back. I tried the unit today and noticed the following instruction on the box:#9 - Do not lie, sit on or AGAINST, or crush pad. Avoid sharp folds.I was sitting in my easy chair with the heating pad on my back and relaxing with my back against the chair when I noticed to not sit AGAINST the pad. My question is how am I supposed to use the pad on my back without sitting on a chair. Leaning forward is very uncomfortable.Also - I would like to use the pad on my sore neck but am afraid to fold the pad because of #9 directions.If anyone has answer, I'll be most appreciative. Thanks. RubyThank you for your help. I just purchased a Cara Model #73 King Size Heating Pad for my sore back. I tried the unit today and noticed the following instruction on the box:#9 - Do not lie, sit on or AGAINST, or crush... » Read More I just purchased a Cara Model #73 King Size Heating Pad for my sore back. I tried the unit today and noticed the following instruction on the box:#9 - Do not lie, sit on or AGAINST, or crush pad. Avoid sharp folds.I was sitting in my easy chair with the heating pad on my back and relaxing with my back against the chair when I noticed to not sit AGAINST the pad. My question is how am I supposed to use the pad on my back without sitting on a chair. Leaning forward is very uncomfortable.Also - I would like to use the pad on my sore neck but am afraid to fold the pad because of #9 directions.If anyone has answer, I'll be most appreciative. Thanks. RubyThank you for your help. « Show Less
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I have the same pad and have used it for 6 months. I have used it both laying on the bed with the pad under my shoulder, and while sitting on a chair. I place the pad over my shoulder, and using an elastic, I wrap the elastic around the pad with no problems.
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I have this pad. I recommend always following the usage directions because if anything goes wrong, you have not a leg to stand on with the company who gave you warning. You might try lying down to put the pad on your back and cover it with a blanket or something to hold in the heat. I use the pad to cover my cold feet. It can get quite hot to touch. I keep it at around 155 f. Higher and I have to fidget to keep it from being uncomfortable. Well, I hope this was helpful. Happy heating.
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Hello, honestly all heating pads have the same directions. My mother inlaw who follows all the rules will lay the pad on her self to not crush it. I admit the folding is important because of the wires and that makes sense to me, however, I do lay and lean on it. Infact I have it next to my bed and I put it on for an hour while I lay on it. Then I pull it out and go to sleep. I just make sure it's not bent or nothing that will prick it or tear it. Q- I do notice that the button to turn it on/ off at times doesn't seem to want to work. Just when I am goin to give up- it works. Any problems with that ? Hello, honestly all heating pads have the same directions. My mother inlaw who follows all the rules will lay the pad on her self to not crush it. I admit the folding is important because of the wires and that makes sense to me, however, I do lay and lean on it. Infact I have it next to my bed and I put it on for an hour while I lay on it. Then I pull it out and go to sleep. I just make sure it's not bent or nothing that will prick it or tear it. Q- I do notice that the button to turn it on/ off at times doesn't seem to want to work. Just when I am goin to give up- it works. Any... » Read More Hello, honestly all heating pads have the same directions. My mother inlaw who follows all the rules will lay the pad on her self to not crush it. I admit the folding is important because of the wires and that makes sense to me, however, I do lay and lean on it. Infact I have it next to my bed and I put it on for an hour while I lay on it. Then I pull it out and go to sleep. I just make sure it's not bent or nothing that will prick it or tear it. Q- I do notice that the button to turn it on/ off at times doesn't seem to want to work. Just when I am goin to give up- it works. Any problems with that ? « Show Less
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I use mine sitting on my sofa with the pad against my back, and have never had a problem. I have not used it on a hard-back chair.
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Not sure. I didn't read the directions and I sleep on it. I'm also a big guy 6'4" and 230 lbs. haven't had an issue yet. Take care.
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It doesn't wrap around the neck very well if it is all unfolded. It does fold in half or in a third the size though but it is hard to secure it around the neck. If you are planning on going to sleep with it on your neck I suggest this one instead Sunbeam 885-911 Renue Heat Therapy Neck and Shoulder Wrap, Green as it is made to fit directly in that area. But I love this pad for my back and legs. A friend of mine had a bad car accident and bought this one and the one I suggested after getting out of the hospital. He falls asleep with that one on his neck and says it works great but uses this one for his shoulder/ back area. Hope that helps... It doesn't wrap around the neck very well if it is all unfolded. It does fold in half or in a third the size though but it is hard to secure it around the neck. If you are planning on going to sleep with it on your neck I suggest this one instead Sunbeam 885-911 Renue Heat Therapy Neck and Shoulder Wrap, Green as it is made to fit directly in that area. But I love this pad for my back and legs. A friend of mine had a bad car accident and bought this one and the one I suggested after getting out of the hospital. He falls asleep with... » Read More It doesn't wrap around the neck very well if it is all unfolded. It does fold in half or in a third the size though but it is hard to secure it around the neck. If you are planning on going to sleep with it on your neck I suggest this one instead Sunbeam 885-911 Renue Heat Therapy Neck and Shoulder Wrap, Green as it is made to fit directly in that area. But I love this pad for my back and legs. A friend of mine had a bad car accident and bought this one and the one I suggested after getting out of the hospital. He falls asleep with that one on his neck and says it works great but uses this one for his shoulder/ back area. Hope that helps... « Show Less
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My name is Charlotte. I am a very faithful user of the QFiber infrared wrap around heating pad. I have been a faithful user since 2011. I suffer from chronic nerve pain due to a major auto accident. I enjoy the wrap around because you can apply the heat where you need it. It is the best type of heating pad to use because the heat goes deep into the muscle & tissues. I use this heating pad every day & when I wear it out then I purchase another one. That is how much I trust & need QFiber. I'm sure that you will find the pain relief that you need. Sincerely,Charlotte
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I didn't receive instructions either, but have used foam rollers in the past so that was not a concern for me. Use the roller on your pain points.
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David, here is where we are coming from. My husband likes the sofa, BUT, he said to let you know that he does not try to recline it after the first day, because he is not sure it will return to position, for like you mention, the recliner has an issue. Ours also had a tear in the back , but we got that repaired. HOWEVER, he likes the sofa very much. I was going to return, but he said, he prefers that we keep it. HERE is a positive. There way the lower part of each top cushion curves out makes it easier on our backs.In fact, if you sit and put up your feet, it is almost like reclining because of the shaping of the back cushions. And, the price is certainly right. Have had ours a few months. Hope this is helpful. Will be interested in what you determine, one way or the other.
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Unfortunately, our old dog only got to use this cool pad for a month before she ran out of time, so my experience with it is limited. The website states that it cools for 3-4 hours,but it doesn't give a recharge time. Our dog seldom laid across the entire pad (but I also had bought one too big) and the exposed sections stayed cool to the touch. She would normally lay part of her body on the mat and apparently that was sufficient for her at the time. I think that she would have loved it come summertime as she was always so hot due to a heart condition and arthritis. This doesn't answer your questions, but I hope that it has helped you some. Unfortunately, our old dog only got to use this cool pad for a month before she ran out of time, so my experience with it is limited. The website states that it cools for 3-4 hours,but it doesn't give a recharge time. Our dog seldom laid across the entire pad (but I also had bought one too big) and the exposed sections stayed cool to the touch. She would normally lay part of her body on the mat and apparently that was sufficient for her at the time. I think that she would have loved it come summertime as she was always so hot due to a heart condition and arthritis. This doesn't answer your... » Read More Unfortunately, our old dog only got to use this cool pad for a month before she ran out of time, so my experience with it is limited. The website states that it cools for 3-4 hours,but it doesn't give a recharge time. Our dog seldom laid across the entire pad (but I also had bought one too big) and the exposed sections stayed cool to the touch. She would normally lay part of her body on the mat and apparently that was sufficient for her at the time. I think that she would have loved it come summertime as she was always so hot due to a heart condition and arthritis. This doesn't answer your questions, but I hope that it has helped you some. « Show Less
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If you look at the picture you can kinda see the way the massaging rollers protrude...when placed on the spine its not gonna be so comfortable but because if it's size its easy to move around to find the right position that feels best for your back. Its still a significant size machine so no you can't really fall asleep with under you but if you're trying to find something to work out knots and massage sore areas it works good. If its a little rough maybe some light padding inbetween.with my housecoat on sitting on my couch using the zyllion I was very comfortable and you can choose to use or not use the heat option which is also nice. If you look at the picture you can kinda see the way the massaging rollers protrude...when placed on the spine its not gonna be so comfortable but because if it's size its easy to move around to find the right position that feels best for your back. Its still a significant size machine so no you can't really fall asleep with under you but if you're trying to find something to work out knots and massage sore areas it works good. If its a little rough maybe some light padding inbetween.with my housecoat on sitting on my couch using the zyllion I was very comfortable and you can choose to use... » Read More If you look at the picture you can kinda see the way the massaging rollers protrude...when placed on the spine its not gonna be so comfortable but because if it's size its easy to move around to find the right position that feels best for your back. Its still a significant size machine so no you can't really fall asleep with under you but if you're trying to find something to work out knots and massage sore areas it works good. If its a little rough maybe some light padding inbetween.with my housecoat on sitting on my couch using the zyllion I was very comfortable and you can choose to use or not use the heat option which is also nice. « Show Less
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I never use anything but the low setting which is always sufficient for me...unfortunately I started using my old pad again because the plug connection on this pad keeps pulling off....I don't understand why this plug is on it, it's not on any others and I think it's a design flaw. the pad itself is so comfortable and soft and doesn't bunch at all..but the plug pulling off became much too much of a problem...the heat on low however was great...hope this helps
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Not sure what you are asking... you can put the pad behind your back & sit in a chair. It's electric so you'll need to be in proximity to a plug. The only thing I don't like about this pad is that the control doesn't have a light in it so when you're watching tv in the dark you have to turn a light on to read the control. It is a moist heat - have no idea how they do that. It gets decently hot and has an attached hook/loop strap so I can wrap it around my elbow & it stays relatively well while watching tv.
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I love mine! I may not use it much now, but when it first arrived I used it every night after work. It works wonderfully. The pain melts away and it covers my entire back. No shifting it around. I reccomended this product to friends and family as often as I can. Can't say enough about how much I love this heating pad!!!!
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I personally would not use this pad for helping back pain. This particular mattress pad I returned because it did not match what was pictured. For helping with back pain, a memory foam mattress TOPPER not a mattress pad would be the best. However, if your mattress is too old, and needs replacing, no topper is going to help. So first determine if your mattress needs replacing. Then I would look into getting the best memory foam topper I could afford. For my son, I got a tempurpedic mattress topper. It has helped quite a bit. Remember you need a topper not a mattress pad. A pad is just a covering for the mattress. It is not made to give substantial padded comfort to your back. I personally would not use this pad for helping back pain. This particular mattress pad I returned because it did not match what was pictured. For helping with back pain, a memory foam mattress TOPPER not a mattress pad would be the best. However, if your mattress is too old, and needs replacing, no topper is going to help. So first determine if your mattress needs replacing. Then I would look into getting the best memory foam topper I could afford. For my son, I got a tempurpedic mattress topper. It has helped quite a bit. Remember you need a topper not a mattress pad. A pad is just a... » Read More I personally would not use this pad for helping back pain. This particular mattress pad I returned because it did not match what was pictured. For helping with back pain, a memory foam mattress TOPPER not a mattress pad would be the best. However, if your mattress is too old, and needs replacing, no topper is going to help. So first determine if your mattress needs replacing. Then I would look into getting the best memory foam topper I could afford. For my son, I got a tempurpedic mattress topper. It has helped quite a bit. Remember you need a topper not a mattress pad. A pad is just a covering for the mattress. It is not made to give substantial padded comfort to your back. « Show Less
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I also have a serious back injury. I use my roller on my side when my back is too tender. Then I roll my upper thighs to relax before rolling my back. I have to be very gentle on my back and just gently roll back and forth, without resting my whole weight onto the roller. After using the roller for 6 months, I have much less pain.The more you use the roller, the more you will be able to get rid of pain. I hope by detailing my use, you will have ideas on how to use this for yourself! :)
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I just contacted Serta customer service at 1-888-557-3782. I have a Serta Perfect Sleeper with Gel memory foam. After consulting with a 'manufacturing team', the customer sales rep called me back and stated this should not 'melt' or damage the gel memory foam in the mattress but over time may soften it a bit and over time may not feel as firm. She stated this was just a possibility but they did not show any issues of this happening with other customers. she also stated this pad is not manufactured by Serta but another company who was approved to use the Serta name for endorsement.
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Michele - i live in Honolulu - 80 degrees F most days. at night, goes down to '70'sF. it's fairly warm.i use the foam pad under my mattress pad and sheet - it is comfortable, doesn't make me feel hot. i got it because i'd broken my shoulder and was in severe pain for months - the pad, plus a "body pillow" helped a lot. it seesm like good "memory foam - hasn't flattened out at all. i hope this is helpful to you. i have it on a "queen-size" bed (actually a futon mattress on a box spring). aloha from honolulu!! - john
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Yes, I found some success with this. You have to position the the seat cushion so one of the massage units is up against the lower back. The heat function is very good and sometimes I have to shut off the heat because it gets too hot. I leave the massage on constantly while I'm in the car.
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I'm not sure what you or the other review are talking about - mine is too firm if anything. I actually have a softer 1/2 inch pad on it. If you're having trouble with it I would call the manufacturer or Amazon. Amazon is spectacular with order issues and Brentwood is a US company which means they'd be easy to contact and deal with. Good luck with your order!
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this is the best heating pad i used. it's is moist heating pad and with very pretty warm temperature (highest can be 167F, but you cvan ajust it lower). can be ajusted the time most to 60 mins and restart again for the next 60 mins. and the weight is just right on body,not too light to move away, not too heavy to press on you. is this enough for your question ?